Dishes That Start with Letter Q

This exploration covers an array of Q-starting dishes, from the beloved to the exotic one. 

Within this list, Qatiq, a fermented milk product from Turkic countries, often steals the spotlight, whereas Qarta (a horse meat dish from Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan) is not widely known outside of its origin country but is worth your consideration.

The main ingredients in “Q” dishes are diverse, with elements like horse meat, milk, and flour. These dishes highlight a wide array of cooking techniques, such as fermenting, boiling, and frying. 

As for their dish types, they span a broad spectrum, ranging from salads, to steamed dishes, and desserts. 

Some fun facts about these Q-name dishes are:

• In regions where Turkic languages are spoken, yogurt and its variants like qatiq are popularly enjoyed as an accompaniment to meals or as a cooling drink during the warmer months.
• Qazı, a traditional delicacy, is commonly served during special occasions as part of the dastarkhan, a ceremonial spread of food.

Learn more about dishes beginning with Q in the sections below.

List of Q-Starting Dishes with Filters

Qarta

#17 in Kyrgyzstan

#21 in Kazakhstan

Qarta is a unique dish of horse meat from Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan.

Qatiq

#18 in Uzbekistan

#22 in Kazakhstan

Qatiq is a creamy fermented milk specialty that is featured in many dishes of the Turkic countries.

Qatlama

#15 in Uzbekistan

#18 in Kyrgyzstan

#23 in Kazakhstan

Qatlama is a fried bread in the Central Asian regions, often served with various toppings.

Qazı

#12 in Turkmenistan

#17 in Uzbekistan

#19 in Kyrgyzstan

#24 in Kazakhstan

Qazı is a dish that is like a sausage with horse meat as the filling encased by an intestine.

Qurutob

#2 in Tajikistan

Qurutob is Tajikistan’s national dish made from qurut yogurt balls, fatir flatbread, and fresh vegetables.